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American Masters premiered in 1986 on PBS (TV network) and is still running. Next episode: Tue, Nov 24, 2026, 9:00 PM ET.

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Show facts

Originally onPBS (TV network)
StatusRunning
PremieredJun 23, 1986
AirsFridays at 9:00 PM ET
GenresMusic
TypeDocumentary
Episode lengthabout 89 min
LanguageEnglish

Episodes

Next episodeS40 E8 · “Liz Diller”
Tue, Nov 24, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
Latest episodeS40 E7 · “American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez”
Tue, Oct 6, 2026, 9:00 PM ET

About American Masters

Now in its 30th year, American Masters has produced an exceptional library of more than 160 television programs, bringing unique originality and perspective to exploring the lives and illuminating the creative journeys of our most enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists and filmmakers – those who have "left an indelible impression on our cultural landscape". Balancing a broad cast of characters and artistic approaches, while preserving historical authenticity and intellectual integrity, these portraits resonate the attention, style and substance each subject deserves. American Masters sustains high audience awareness and loyalty, averaging 2-to-5 million viewers per program.

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Questions & answers

Where can I watch American Masters?

American Masters originally premiered on PBS, a TV network. That is where new episodes are released first. Older seasons may also be licensed to other services; check your service for current availability.

Is American Masters still running?

Yes. TVmaze lists American Masters as running, with the next episode on Tue, Nov 24, 2026, 9:00 PM ET.

When is the next episode of American Masters?

S40 E8 "Liz Diller" is scheduled for Tue, Nov 24, 2026, 9:00 PM ET on PBS.

Data: TVmaze, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0; show data checked Nov 3, 2026. TVmaze records the network or streaming service where each show originally premiered — not every service that may carry it today. Availability can change and may differ by plan; check the service before you subscribe. Tachlis links only to official sites, never to unofficial streams.